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View Article 3:01 p.m. August 3, 2026 WBEZ Finally, a (baseball) league of their own! - WBEZ Chicago https://www.wbez.org/in-the-loop-with-sasha-ann-simons/2026/08/03/finally-a-baseball-league-of-their-own After decades, women’s baseball returns with a professional league. The inaugural season of The Women’s Professional Baseball League debuted at the sold-out Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield, Illinois. While women have been playing the sport for generations, they have not always had access to a professional team. _In the Loop_ …
View Article 3:01 p.m. August 3, 2026 WBEZ In break from tradition, Thunderbirds to return to Chicago’s Air and Water Show for second year straight https://www.wbez.org/arts-culture/2026/08/03/thunderbirds-chicago-2026-air-water-show-blue-angels The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will return for a second consecutive year to this month’s Air and Water Show in Chicago, the city’s cultural affairs department announced Monday. Historically, the Thunderbirds and U.S. Navy Blue Angels have traded off years appearing at the Chicago show, which regularly draws upwards of …
View Article 3:01 p.m. August 3, 2026 WBEZ A look back at the Illinois Department of Early Childhood’s first month - WBEZ Chicago https://www.wbez.org/in-the-loop-with-sasha-ann-simons/2026/08/03/a-look-back-at-the-illinois-department-of-early-childhoods-first-month Illinois has become one of a growing number of states to consolidate all of its early childhood support resources under one roof. That new department officially opened its doors the first of last month. _In the Loop_ sits with two expert researchers in the field to learn about the state …
View Article 3:01 p.m. August 3, 2026 WBEZ 8 up-and-coming acts our reviewers loved at Lollapalooza — and expect to see on bigger stages https://www.wbez.org/music/2026/08/03/lollapalooza-2026-best-performances-reviews Lollapalooza 2026 opened with warm sunshine on Thursday but the weekend soon brought rain and turned Grant Park into a mud pit. But neither winds nor rain nor Saturday’s delayed start prevented our critics from canvassing stages in search of the next big talents. After all, veterans of Lollapaloozas yore …
View Article 3:01 p.m. August 3, 2026 NBC Local Lollapalooza arrest numbers released by Chicago police https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/lollapalooza-arrest-numbers-released-by-chicago-police/3969829/ Chicago police have released numbers on arrests and hospitalizations during this year’s Lollapalooza in Grant Park. According to preliminary data released Monday, there were a total of 10 arrests during the four-day festival, with zero reported on the final day Sunday. Stream NBC 5 for free, 24/7, wherever you are. …
View Article 3:01 p.m. August 3, 2026 NBC Local GLP-1 use tied to obesity decline, but doctors warn of alarming misuse https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/glp-1-use-tied-to-obesity-decline-but-doctors-warn-of-alarming-misuse/3969873/ As more Americans use GLP-1 medications for weight loss, doctors are reminding patients of the importance of medical necessity and supervision while using the drugs. For many Americans, using GLP-1 medication has brought about significant changes in their lives, and it was a heartbreaking loss that led to Guadalupe Figueroa …
View Article 3:01 p.m. August 3, 2026 NBC Local Several Lollapalooza performers shared emotional messages after powerful sets https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/several-lollapalooza-performers-shared-emotional-messages-after-powerful-sets/3969889/ Several stars at Chicago's Lollapalooza are using their spotlight to shine a light on the dark side of fame. From emotional speeches to candid social media posts, one by one headliners began highlighting their own mental health as they took the stage. Stream NBC 5 for free, 24/7, wherever you …
View Article 3:01 p.m. August 3, 2026 NBC Local Cubs land pitcher Braxton Garrett ahead of MLB trade deadline: Reports https://www.nbcchicago.com/chicago-sports-bears-sox-cubs-bulls-blackhawks/cubs-land-pitcher-braxton-garrett-ahead-of-mlb-trade-deadline-reports/3969891/ The Chicago Cubs have reportedly added another pitcher before the MLB trade deadline, acquiring Braxton Garrett from the Miami Marlins. According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, the Cubs are acquiring the left-handed starter from Miami after he missed the 2025 season for the Marlins. Stream NBC 5 for free, 24/7, wherever …
View Article 3:01 p.m. August 3, 2026 NBC Local Cubs acquiring Ryan Zeferjahn from Angels ahead of MLB trade deadline: Reports https://www.nbcchicago.com/chicago-sports-bears-sox-cubs-bulls-blackhawks/cubs-acquiring-ryan-zeferjahn-from-angels-ahead-of-mlb-trade-deadline-reports/3969925/ The Chicago Cubs are still making moves ahead of the MLB trade deadline, reportedly acquiring reliever Ryan Zeferjahn from the Los Angeles Angels. According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, the Cubs will add Zeferjahn to their bullpen for the stretch run, as the team looks to secure a playoff berth for …
View Article 3:01 p.m. August 3, 2026 Fox Chicago Reality TV's Sidney Starr arrested for child sex assault in Georgia http://www.fox32chicago.com/news/sidney-starr-accused-child-assault-fulton-county-hotel ![Sidney Starr arrested at Fulton County hotel][5] ![Sidney Starr arrested at Fulton County hotel][5] #### [ Sidney Starr arrested at Fulton County hotel ][6] Reality TV star Sidney Starr faces multiple felony charges after police arrested her Sunday in connection with an alleged sexual assault of a juvenile at a …
View Article 3:01 p.m. August 3, 2026 Fox Chicago Illinois man charged in crash that killed 3, including 4-year-old girl http://www.fox32chicago.com/news/illinois-man-charged-crash-killed-3-girl #### The Brief * * A 22-year-old Sugar Grove man is charged in a crash that killed three people. * Illinois State Police said he crossed into oncoming traffic to pass other vehicles when he slammed into an SUV head-on. * The victims were from Des Moines, Iowa, including a …
View Article 3:01 p.m. August 3, 2026 Chicago Sun-Times Johnson blasts mayoral rival Giannoulias without naming him https://chicago.suntimes.com/brandon-johnson/2026/08/03/johnson-blasts-mayoral-rival-giannoulias-without-naming-him * SHARE * COPY LINK Share CLOSE * [ Twitter ][88] * [ Facebook ][89] * [ Bluesky ][90] * [ Email ][91] * [ Reddit ][92] * [ Flipboard ][93] Mayor Brandon Johnson charged Monday that the same billionaire business interests that closed schools and mental health clinics under …
View Article 3:01 p.m. August 3, 2026 Chicago Sun-Times In break from tradition, Thunderbirds to return to Chicago’s Air and Water Show for second year straight https://chicago.suntimes.com/chicago/2026/08/03/thunderbirds-chicago-2026-air-water-show-blue-angels * SHARE * COPY LINK Share CLOSE * [ Twitter ][70] * [ Facebook ][71] * [ Bluesky ][72] * [ Email ][73] * [ Reddit ][74] * [ Flipboard ][75] The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will return for a second consecutive year to this month’s Air and Water Show …
View Article 3:01 p.m. August 3, 2026 Chicago Sun-Times Hospitalizations up, arrests down across 4 days of Lollapalooza https://chicago.suntimes.com/lollapalooza/2026/08/03/hospitalizations-arrests-lollapalooza-grant-park-oemc * SHARE * COPY LINK Share CLOSE * [ Twitter ][61] * [ Facebook ][62] * [ Bluesky ][63] * [ Email ][64] * [ Reddit ][65] * [ Flipboard ][66] Ten people were arrested at this year’s Lollapalooza, and 67 attendees were taken to nearby hospitals over the course …
View Article 3:01 p.m. August 3, 2026 Chicago Sun-Times 8 up-and-coming acts our reviewers loved at Lollapalooza — and expect to see on bigger stages https://chicago.suntimes.com/lollapalooza/2026/08/03/lollapalooza-2026-best-performances-reviews * SHARE * COPY LINK Share CLOSE * [ Twitter ][34] * [ Facebook ][35] * [ Bluesky ][36] * [ Email ][37] * [ Reddit ][38] * [ Flipboard ][39] Lollapalooza 2026 opened with warm sunshine on Thursday but the weekend soon brought rain and turned Grant Park into …
View Article 3:01 p.m. August 3, 2026 Chicago Sun-Times 60 años después de que Martin Luther King Jr. marchó en Marquette Park, cientos conmemoran su legado https://chicago.suntimes.com/la-voz/2026/08/03/60-anos-despues-de-que-martin-luther-king-jr-marcho-en-marquette-park-cientos-conmemoran-su-legado * SHARE * COPY LINK Share CLOSE * [ Twitter ][21] * [ Facebook ][22] * [ Bluesky ][23] * [ Email ][24] * [ Reddit ][25] * [ Flipboard ][26] [ ![][27] ][28] El mejor lugar para cobertura de noticias y cultura latina en Chicago. Bernice King contempló a …
View Article 3:01 p.m. August 3, 2026 Chicago Sun-Times Baggu sets opening date for Lincoln Park store https://chicago.suntimes.com/small-business/2026/08/03/baggu-opening-date-second-chicago-lincoln-park-store * SHARE * COPY LINK Share CLOSE * [ Twitter ][11] * [ Facebook ][12] * [ Bluesky ][13] * [ Email ][14] * [ Reddit ][15] * [ Flipboard ][16] Baggu announced the opening date of its second Chicago store. The California-based bag and accessories brand will open its …
View Article 3:01 p.m. August 3, 2026 Chicago Sun-Times Here's what Grant Park looks like after Lollapalooza clears the stages https://chicago.suntimes.com/lollapalooza/2026/08/03/heres-what-grant-park-looks-like-after-lollapalooza-clears-the-stages * SHARE * COPY LINK Share CLOSE * [ Twitter ][1] * [ Facebook ][2] * [ Bluesky ][3] * [ Email ][4] * [ Reddit ][5] * [ Flipboard ][6] Another Lollapalooza has come and gone, but Grant Park has a way to go before it’s back to its …
View Article 3 p.m. August 3, 2026 CBS Local Old Town Pour House opens new location in Chicago Loop https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/old-town-pour-house-new-location-chicago-loop/ The [ Old Town Pour House ][10] isn't in its namesake neighborhood anymore, but it's returning to the central area of Chicago — specifically in the Loop. Ald. Bill Conway (34th) was present for the ribbon-cutting at the new location at 120 N. LaSalle St., right across the street from …
View Article 3 p.m. August 3, 2026 CBS Local Chicago's Wishbone Restaurant to close https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/news/chicagos-wishbone-restaurant-to-close/ Chicago's [ Wishbone Restaurant ][8] will soon be closing after 36 years in business. The restaurant confirmed Monday afternoon that it will be closing. No final date has been set, but the goal is to be open through the end of August, the restaurant said. Wishbone is located at 161 …